Sunday, August 17
Multiple fires crop up along Montana 200
Active fire weather sparked up a new blaze near Paradise over the weekend.
Wednesday, August 13
As Zinke seeks federal funds for Noxon bridge, commissioners explore other options
Congressman Ryan Zinke is seeking $2.5 million in federal funding to support the replacement of the 102-year-old Noxon Bridge, a project with an estimated $35 million price tag.
Let the voters decide
Let the voters decide
Legals for August, 13 2025
Outdoor sporting groups appeal ruling on gray wolf protections
A coalition of outdoor sporting groups intend to appeal the decision of a federal judge in Montana made last week that directed the federal government to reconsider whether gray wolves in the Rocky Mountains require additional protections under the Endangered Species Act.
Guild delivers quilts to local veterans
In the quiet, patriotic town of St. Regis, gratitude was stitched into every thread at a recent celebration hosted by the Ray Welch American Legion Post 13.
Loge among Republican lawmakers to sue state party
Republican legislators disenfranchised at the June Montana GOP officers’ convention are asking a judge to restore their voting privileges and force a new election for party leadership.
Shakespeare in the Parks comes to Mineral County Fairgrounds
The Mineral County Performing Arts Council is thrilled to announce a captivating evening of live theater with a free outdoor performance of "Henry V" presented by Montana Shakespeare in the Parks.
New law shields wildlife location data from public view — but where’s the line?
Montana’s right to know is a cornerstone of our state’s democracy, guaranteeing access to public documents.
Jonathan Hanson, 75
Jonathan Hanson, 75
Volunteers snag litter during Spangler River Cleanup
Like last year for the inaugural Buddy Spangler River Cleanup, over 50 volunteers pitched in on Saturday, Aug. 9 and the amount of garage looks to be doubled, but official weight won’t be known until it’s delivered to Pacific Steel & Republic in Missoula.
PHOTO: Bike journey stops in Mineral County
Swiss German is close to English but when trying to spell names, the different vowels and diphthongs are challenging.
Author Katie Powner to discuss new book
he Mineral County Public Library main branch at 301 2nd Avenue East in Superior is pleased to announce that author Katie Powner is returning on Thursday, Aug. 21 at 2 p.m.
Tuesday, August 12
One dies in Lost Prairie Boogie sky diving accident
According to Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino, the collision triggered one of the parachutists’ reserve parachute to deploy automatically.
Sunday, August 10
Volunteer effort stokes historic fire lookouts back into peak condition
Built in 1929, the 14-foot by 14-foot room served as a joint home and office for seasonal fire lookouts employed through the U.S. Forest Service. After the building was decommissioned in 1955, the federal agency left the building to either withstand or succumb to the brutal conditions atop Northwest Peak.
Wednesday, August 6
PHOTOS Mineral County Fair and Rodeo
Mineral County Fair and Rodeo
Missoula Hospice Center serves Mineral and Sanders counties
Hope Hospice Center in Missoula is now open for patients and families from across Montana.
Members selected for Fish Creek Collaborative planning group
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is pleased to announce the members of the newly formed Fish Creek Collaborative (FCC) citizen advisory group.
Voices of the valley: Unsupervised exploration
In the summer, boys ride by our house on Willis Street to the Clark Fork River.
Volunteers paint Veterans Memorial Bridge
Linda Bailey Shiflett returned to her hometown of Superior in March, two and a half years after the passing of her husband.
Buddy Spangler River Clean Up this weekend
Conservation, community and the spirit of local legacy come together this Saturday, Aug. 9 for the second annual Buddy Spangler Memorial Clark Fork River Clean-Up in Superior.
Montana health insurers propose double-digit rate increase for 2026
Montanans who purchase individual health insurance through the federal Marketplace could see the cost of their plans spike by double digits in 2026.
Fire burns 600 acres near Hot Springs
Despite summer thunderstorms and rain showers dousing the region over the weekend, a few wildfires are active across Western Montana.
Cabin Fever Quilt Show the biggest ever
The members of the Mineral County Cabin Fever Quilters Guild really know how to put the old adage "many hands make light work" into action!
Plains fundraiser nets $15k for community projects
Last Friday, the Plains Parks and Recreation Committee (PRC) held the inaugural Splash-n-Bash! Fundraiser.
Andrew (Andy) Noel Bellinger
Andrew (Andy) Noel Bellinger
Republican groups join lawsuit over Montana election laws
The Republican National Committee and the Montana Republican Party last week filed a motion to intervene in a lawsuit challenging two “commonsense” election laws passed during the 2025 Legislature.
PHOTOS Mineral County Fair parade
Mineral County Fair parade
Legals for August, 6 2025
Wastewater system upgrades underway at Savenac
A critical infrastructure upgrade is in progress near the historic Savenac Nursery District, where a new wastewater system is being installed to better serve the growing number of travelers and maintain public health and environmental standards.
